1.8 Chapter Assignment

Assignment Formatting, Style, & Length Requirements

• Assignment formatting requirements: Arial 12-point font; 1-inch/2.54cm margins; single spaced; APA in-text citation style, reference section and cover page.
• Use proper paragraph style within the answer to each question.
• Clearly indicate which question is being answered using corresponding question numbers (do not write out the entire question). Follow-up questions must be answered as part of the numbered question. Avoid using automated numbering as it alters the left margin of the document, resulting in a margin larger than 1-inch/ 2.54cm.
• Assignment length: approximately 1000 words in length (give or take 100 words) (reference section and cover page not included in word count).
• Divide your time/space evenly across all questions.
• Proofread your submission to make sure it is clear, well written and intelligible.

Assignment Instructions

• After completing this chapter’s materials (chapter content, including all embedded links to readings and videos, and the required chapter materials) answer ALL the questions below.
• In ALL your answers be sure to demonstrate knowledge of and engagement with the chapter materials. This is achieved through supporting points/arguments/positions via reference to the course material using in-text citations. Providing in-text citations to support your points/arguments/positions is essential and required. Be sure to use a diverse range of course materials as opposed to relying heavily on a few sources.
• Only use materials outside of those assigned when specifically instructed to do so.

Assignment Questions

1. Choose 2 psychoactive substances covered in the chapter materials. For each, identify: what drug classification it fits into; the possible beneficial and harmful effects tied to use; and what can be done to mitigate negative effects if choosing to use the substance.
2. Societies have a tendency to divide psychoactive substances and/or substance use into legal and illegal. What problems are associated with such a division? Use examples to help support your answer.
3. What is the most significant thing you learned from this week’s course material that you did not already know? How has this knowledge impacted you? How can such knowledge help you move forward in this course and through society more generally?